College President Salaries

Alternate Job Titles: Chancellor, College President, University President

What is the average annual salary for College President?
The annual salary for someone with the job title College President may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title College President in the United States.

This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of College President in the United States that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical College President in the United States is $255,453 so 50% of the people who perform the job of College President in the United Sates are expected to make less than $255,453.

Plans and directs all policies, objectives, and initiatives for a single campus or institution. May require a bachelor's/master's degree with at least 15 years of experience in the field. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. May preside over board of directors or trustees.
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